Georgia House Backs Push To Keep Lottery Winners Anonymous

A sign advertises Powerball and Mega Millions lottery jackpots at a store in Atlanta.

David Goldman / Associated Press

Georgia lottery players who win big can stay anonymous under a proposal approved by the state House.

The House voted 173-1 on Monday in favor of the bill, which legislators say will help public safety.

The legislation says those who win at least $250,000 and submit a written request can prevent their name from being publicly released.